dividing caladium plant

Dividing Caladium Bulbs When propagating caladium, you can divide the tubers in the spring, notes Fine Gardening. In colder climates where the caladium isn't hardy, dig up and divide the tubers and store them over the winter to replant in the spring.

1. How do you divide caladium plants?
2. Can you propagate caladium in water?
3. How far apart do you plant caladiums?
4. Does caladium need sunlight?
5. What is the best fertilizer for caladiums?

How do you divide caladium plants?

Divide caladium plants in spring. Slide a garden fork into the soil at the base of the plant and lift the tuber clump out of the garden bed. Cut the tubers into 1- to 3 1/2-inch sections, using a knife. One-inch tubers will result in smaller plants.

Can you propagate caladium in water?

Caladium leaves with even just a bit of the tuber still on the petiole will root in water. A new leaf is already beginning to grow (underwater) and once planted into soil, this rooted leaf will soon grow into a beautiful new plant.

How far apart do you plant caladiums?

Plant bulbs 8-12 inches apart. The knobby side should be up as these are the growing points. Cover with 1 inch of soil.

Does caladium need sunlight?

Most caladium varieties can be planted in either sun or shade. If you are planting them in a sunny location, it is important that they still get some shade during the hottest part of the day. Like most plants, caladiums grow best in fertile, well drained soil.

What is the best fertilizer for caladiums?

Caladiums are heavy feeders of potash and phosphorus and must have ample moisture and summer feeding of fertilizer in order to produce good tubers for the next growing season. Apply 1 tablespoon of 5-10-10 fertilizer per square foot every 4 to 6 weeks during the growing season.